 On the Eastern bank of the river lies the old and holy town of Nabadwip.The entire Gangetic Isle complex of Purbasthali extends between the geographical coordinates from 88° 19’ 45" to 88° 22’ E longitude and 23° 26’ to 23° 26’45" N latitude.Purbasthali police station has jurisdiction over parts of Purbasthali I and Purbasthali II CD Blocks.